Mooney 252 Pilot seat armrest broke

[Bob R.]

My plane came out of annual with the pilot seat armrest pins sheared off. Don't know how it happened and my mechanic wasn't forthcoming with much info. I was able to get a part number. Any suggestions? I'm thinking the only way to find one is from salvage. Posting  pics of the armrest, the side of the left front seat and what is used to look like.

Edited October 6, 2022 by Bob R.

[Utah20Gflyer]

You will probably need to disassemble the chair some to actually see how that goes together and what needs to be ordered, unless you happen to have the parts manual, either way it looks like the seat upholstery will have to come off for the repair which I'm sure is going to be annoying.  

Edited October 7, 2022 by Utah20Gflyer
Bad advice

[Stan]

I have the same issue with mine and haven't had any luck with the salvage yards.

[ArtVandelay]

First I try flying without it…you may decide you don’t want it replaced.

[1980Mooney]

19 hours ago, Bob R. said:

My plane came out of annual with the pilot seat armrest pins sheared off. Don't know how it happened and my mechanic wasn't forthcoming with much info. I was able to get a part number. Any suggestions? 

It most likely broke because your mechanic or helper put all his weight on end of the armrest to lean over or lift themselves up. That is a long lever. 
 

I would think it is easily reparable. If the pins are sheared they just need replacement. Where are the other pieces? Did they fall inside the seat back? This diagram is from an R. It was discussed last year.

 

[kortopates]

Usually easily fixable by an experienced mechanic and not too difficult for an owner either that has the time.